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It is usually very hard to balance your daily life with sudden change of circumstances. a new job new schools for the kids amenities and commutes emotional or financial requirements a change of marital status End of a tenancy There are many factors which influences a move of home or a fresh start. It is very vital that this is done in a logistic manner to avoid the stress of settling down afterwards. If…
"MOVING HOME STEP BY STEP"
There is nothing like your parents’ home. You don’t have to worry about bills, the house or any responsibility that comes with maintaining a household. However, most of us will eventually opt to leave the comfort and warmth of our mummy’s home in order to have more independence and freedom to do whatever you want, whenever you want. Unfortunately, for tenants, its not always the same. The tenancy agreement has a clause that penalizes tenants…
"Avoid loosing your deposit"
Properties are usually marketed 2 months prior of it becoming vacant. If you are visiting a property which is still tenanted Don’t judge the property based on the state it is in. You will need to broaden your vision and see beyond the personal belonging of the existing tenant and try to picture the space to match your style of living Make sure you ask the agent /landlord/current tenants which furniture stays at the property.…
"THINGS TENANTS FORGET TO CONSIDER WHEN VIEWING A RENTAL PROPERTY"
For landlords who prefer to manage their own properties ……here are some tips you need to consider in order to ensure a smooth exit or renewal of your agreement your agent will write to you about the renewal of your agreement 2-3 months prior to the expiry date. Before making any decision, book an inspection of the property, ideally in the presence of the tenants. Make sure the property is being maintained well by the…
"End of Tenancy checklist"
Leaks are one of the most common problems a property manager has to deal with. You will often receive an email from your tenants advising of a leak without any further information. For example; “There is water dripping from the ceiling” . Alarm bells will ring and as a property manager you will panic as this mean other costs will be involved if this is not stopped immediately. Your reaction is perfectly right, however,…
"Checklist for Property Managers when a tenant reports a leak"
Condensation is a common nightmare which exist in many properties in the UK. Droplets of water are particularly noted streaming down windows at dawn. The other signs of condensation are, damp patches on walls behind any furniture and corners, wet and peeling of wallpaper, and subsequently if not treated or cleaned in time, condensation leads to growth of mould, musty atmosphere and blackened window. Clothes and other fabrics starts to smell. Condensation is the…
"CONDENSATION"